Recipes

Banana Methi Thepla

Ingredients
For the theplas
1 1/2 teacups whole wheat flour
1 tablespoon gram flour (besan)
1 ripe banana
1 teacup finely chopped fenugreek (methi) leaves
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon chilli powder
1/4 teaspoon asafoetida
2 teaspoon oil
Salt to taste
2 to 3 teaspoon oil (for cooking)
For the guavas vegetables
3 semi-ripe guavas, unpeeled, cut into cubes
1 small capsicum, cut into cubes
1 tomato, cut into cubes
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
A pinch asafoetida
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 1/2 teaspoon coriander-cumin seed powder
3/4 teaspoon chilli powder
1 1/2 teaspoon amchur powder (optional)
3/4 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoon oil
Salt to taste.

For the garnish
Chopped coriander

Theplas are traditional breads of Gujarat and can be eaten hot hot or cold. They are a favourite among Indians travelling abroad. Faced with bland, spiceless food, they take refuge in theplas.

Preparation time: 20 minutes. Cooking time: 30 minutes. Makes 8 pieces

For the theplas, sieve the flours
Mash the banana and add to the flours. Add the remaining ingredient, mix well and add enough water a soft dough.
Divide the dough into 8 portions and roll out each portion into a 150mm. diameter round
Cook one round at a time on a hot tawa (griddle) with help of a little oil. When brown patches appear on both sides, the thepla is ready.
For the vegetable, heat the oil add the mustard seeds and fry until they begin to crackle.
Add asafotida and turmeric powder. Add the guava and capsicum and cook for a while
Sprinkle coriander and serve hot.
Goodness Guide: Guava is one of the richest source of Vitamin C. Bananas and methi provide potassium and skin that healthy, glowing look.

Per Serving:
	Protein 2.8g
	Carbohydrates 20g
	Fat 4.8g
	Calories 129